Kitchen Commis

Over view: In the commis chef role, you will assist the chef de partie with tasks related to meal preparation, maintenance, logistics, and safety and sanitation. Success in this role will be determined by your ability to support the kitchen’s efficiency and safety without compromising the quality of the meals produced.

Duties: Preparing ingredients: Measuring, peeling, chopping, and mixing ingredients

Cooking: Preparing basic salads and sauces, and seasoning meat

Receiving deliveries: Making sure all ordered items are received and are good quality

Taking inventory: Notifying the supervisor when stock is low

Cleaning: Cleaning and sanitizing workstations

Rotating stock: Ensuring that food items are properly stored to prevent spoilage

Assisting with other duties: Helping with food trials for menu changes, and informing the supervisor of malfunctioning kitchen equipment

Commis Chef Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent; higher certification in culinary arts preferred

1-2 years of work experience in a similar role

Good understanding of food, health, and safety regulations

Excellent communication skills

Computer literate

Able to lift heavy items

Able to work holidays and weekends

South African Citizen or have valid work permit